As we all know, the more you earn the more you pay in tax. There may be an exception to this norm on death when amounts are due to the deceased at the time of passing…..
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Estate PlanningWhen making charitable gifts by Will, many donors wish to ensure that their gift has a long-term meaningful impact that will enable charitable activities to be carried out long after their deaths…..
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Charitable Giving, Estate Administration, Estate Planning, Philanthropy/Charitable GivingThe Long Term Care Homes Act, 2007 replaced three statutes and provides clarity and reform in this increasingly important area of the law…..
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Elder Care, Elder Law, Geriatric Care ManagementThe primary objective behind the use of either Intervivos Trusts or Testamentary Trusts in an Estate plan is to manage the transfer of wealth. Many people opt to transfer wealth using a trust because of the tax savings available from splitting income or because of the creditor-proof nature of a Trust. But there can be other more intriguing reasons to choose a trust. For example, I have recently seen an….
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Estate PlanningDoes the two-year limitation period for claims made against estates apply when the claim is for sexual assault? ….
Sexual Assault Claims: When Is An Estate Off the Hook? Continue Reading »
Estate Litigation, Family Conflict